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Chocolate Cherry Scones Recipe

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Dark Chocolate Cherry Scones with Chocolate Cherry Sauce Some the Wiser
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Welcome to this delicious chocolate cherry scones recipe! These scones are the perfect combination of sweet and tart, and they’re sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Plus, they’re easy to make and great for breakfast, brunch, or an anytime snack. So if you’re looking for a delicious, quick and easy treat, this is the recipe for you!

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold, unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup cold buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup sweet, dried cherries

Instructions

Follow these easy steps to make these delicious scones:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add buttermilk, vanilla extract, chocolate chips, and cherries, and mix until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times.
  6. Form the dough into a round disc, about 1 inch thick.
  7. Using a sharp knife, cut the disc into 8 wedges.
  8. Place the scones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  9. Allow scones to cool before serving.

Notes

These scones are best served warm, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. If you’re looking for a sweeter scone, you can add an additional tablespoon of sugar to the batter. You can also substitute the cherries for other dried fruit, such as blueberries or cranberries.

Nutrition

Each scone contains approximately 250 calories, 12 grams of fat, 33 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, 4 grams of protein, and 200 milligrams of sodium. It is important to note that the nutritional information is an estimate and may vary based on the ingredients used.

So if you’re looking for a tasty, easy treat, try this delicious chocolate cherry scones recipe. It’s sure to be a hit with your friends and family! Enjoy!


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